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At the Seattle Y, we are an inclusive organization of people with a shared commitment to nurture the potential of youth, promote healthy living and foster social responsibility.

At the Y, strengthening community is our cause. We work side-by-side with our neighbors throughout King and south Snohomish counties to help kids and families thrive – and apply their positive behaviors and goals at home, school, the workplace and beyond.

13 branches

2 overnight camps

More than 200 program sites

What you’ll be doing…

We have an awesome opportunity for the essential position of Administrative Assistant. In this role, you will provide administrative support to a branch or department. You will be a key player in executing work and implementing office workflow.

If you're the right candidate for the job you thrive on challenging assignments, pride yourself on efficiently managing a high volume of work without quality suffering. Detail and accuracy are important to you. You are always stepping up to offer support at the first sign it's needed. You are comfortable using Outlook, Word, and Excel, and are eager to learn new tips and tricks to improve your skills, and have an interest in and aptitude for learning new programs. You're equally at home answering phone calls and emails as you are managing projects and data.

Qualifications

You should have:

High school education or equivalent. Two years or more of college in a related field preferred

1-2 years’ experience in an administrative support role

Strong time management, attention to detail, and organizational skills

Intermediate knowledge of/experience with Microsoft Office Suite

General office knowledge - copier, phone systems, etc.

Strong keyboarding skills (aka touch-typing)

If you have other computer database and system experience, all the better - but don't let a lack of experience in those hold you back from applying!

You'll be a great fit for the Seattle Y Team if you:

Thrive on working in a collaborative environment

Are very adaptable

Have high ownership and strong work ethic

Are a great problem solver who can think on your feet

Truly enjoy being of service to people

Like being part of a team that cares about one another as people and enjoy working together

Want to know that the work you do contributes to building a better, stronger community for all

The YMCA of Greater Seattle is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, inclusion, and equity. We are a drug & alcohol-free workplace;all job offers are contingent on results of a background check and drug screening, including screening for marijuana.